Ilhan Omar calls Trump a ‘bad parent’ for possibly missing Donald Jr’s wedding

WASHINGTON, DC: Ilhan Omar took aim at President Donald Trump over his comments suggesting he may skip Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding due to escalating tensions involving Iran, questioning his priorities as a parent.

The Minnesota Democrat argued that family commitments should not be sidelined even during global political pressure, pointing to Trump’s public schedule and remarks as contradictory. Her comments came after the president told reporters he was uncertain about attending the wedding, citing national security concerns tied to developments in Iran.

Omar questions Trump’s priorities amid wedding uncertainty

During a conversation with TMZ outside Capitol Hill, Omar criticized Trump’s stance, suggesting he had time for other public activities even during periods of international tension.

Well, he finds time to golf when there are important things that are happening or walk around talking about the ballroom,” Omar said, referencing his public appearances and White House-related discussions.

“So he certainly…” she continued before adding, “If he really cared about his son and cared about being a family man, he would try to make time to go to his son’s wedding.”

At one point, she added bluntly, “Worst parent in the world.”

Trump cites Iran tensions over Donald Jr wedding attendance

Donald Trump told reporters he was weighing whether to attend the ceremony, noting that ongoing developments involving Iran and broader security concerns could affect his plans.

“He’d like me to go, but it’s going to be just a small little private affair, and I’m going to try and make it,” Trump said from the Oval Office.

“This is not good timing for me,” he added. “Everything called Iran and other things.”

Trump also acknowledged the political fallout around his decision, saying he would be criticized regardless of what he chose.

“That’s one I can’t win on. If I do attend, I get killed. If I don’t attend, I get killed,” he said

Donald Jr wedding plans unfold amid political spotlight

Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson are expected to host wedding celebrations in the Bahamas this weekend, drawing added attention due to the timing with rising Middle East tensions.

Trump said the couple had initially considered a White House wedding but opted for a smaller private event amid concerns about optics during a sensitive geopolitical moment.

Omar’s remarks added a sharp political edge to what was initially viewed as a personal family scheduling decision, turning it into a broader debate over leadership priorities and public responsibility.